Quality Inspector II / CMM Operator

Prototek; Menomonie (WI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) match

Education reimbursement

Flexible Schedule

PTO starting at 80 hours

Job summary

Prototek is hiring a Quality Inspector II or III in Wisconsin to join a fast-paced manufacturing team focused on high-mix, low-volume production. You will ensure precision parts meet customer specs through detailed inspections and accurate reporting, supporting First Article and in-process checks.

The role involves generating Certificates of Conformance, handling FAI documentation, and ensuring on-time flow to shipping while following ISO 9001 / AS9100 procedures.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of quality inspection experience in manufacturing.
• Ability to operate CMM independently and troubleshoot measurement errors.
• Experience with PC-DMIS, Calypso or similar inspection software.
• Strong blueprint reading and ASME Y14.5 GD&T knowledge.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 / AS9100 standards.
• Experience working with metals preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform First Article, in-process, and final inspections.
• Inspect parts to print using hand tools, CMM, and optical comparators.
• Generate inspection reports and Certificates of Conformance.
• Support FAI documentation and customer certification requirements.
• Route parts through secondary processes and ensure on-time flow to shipping.
• Communicate quality issues and status updates with internal teams.
• Follow ISO 9001 / AS9100 procedures and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

First Article Inspection

CMM inspection

GD&T knowledge

Blueprint reading

ISO 9001 / AS9100 familiarity

Metals experience

Tools

PC-DMIS

Calypso

Keyence

Job description

JOB TITLE

Quality Inspector

PAY RANGE

$24 - $30 | SHIFT: 1st M-F, 8 am - 5 pm

SEE WHAT WE DO

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QUICK SUMMARY

Join a fast-paced manufacturing team where quality is everything. We're hiring a Quality Inspector II or III to support high-mix, low-volume manufacturing. This role ensures precision parts meet customer specifications through detailed inspections and accurate reporting.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform First Article, in-process, and final inspections.
• Inspect parts to print using hand tools, CMM, and optical comparators.
• Generate inspection reports and Certificates of Conformance.
• Support FAI documentation and customer certification requirements.
• Route parts through secondary processes and ensure on-time flow to shipping.
• Communicate quality issues and status updates with internal teams.
• Follow ISO 9001 / AS9100procedures and contribute to continuous improvement.

REQUIREMENTS

• 3-5 years of quality inspection experience (manufacturing environment).
• Ability to operate CMM independently, modify existing programs and troubleshoot common measurement errors.
• PC-DMIS, Calypso, Keyence or similar inspection software experience.
• Blueprint reading and basic GD&T knowledge (ASME Y14.5).
• Experience with inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.).
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 / AS9100 standards.
• Familiarity working with metals (preferred).

WHAT PROTOTEK OFFERS

• Health, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance
• Company paid life and long-term disability insurance
• 9 paid Holidays annually
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) match: 100% of 3% and 50% for 4% and 5%
• Education reimbursement program
• Career advancement opportunities
• Flexible Schedule
• Competitive pay scale
• Paid time off (PTO) starting at 80 hours with annual increase for each year of service

WORK AUTHORIZATION WORDING

Must meet ITAR U.S. Person requirements - Prototek maintains International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) compliant operations in United States based facilities. This position is subject to ITAR which requires U.S. Person status. ITAR defines U.S. Person as U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status.

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